What's happening: Students from the Smith School 6th grade visited historic Philadelphia, PA last week.
Why it matters: The 6th Grade social studies curriculum is designed to explore the theme of citizenship by examining various civilizations and societies. A pivotal focus of the year is an in-depth study of the American Revolution and the founding era of the United States.
Throughout the day, students visited significant landmarks including:
🏛 Independence Hall
🔔 The Liberty Bell
🏛 Congress Hall
🏠 The Betsy Ross House, and
🏛 The Benjamin Franklin Museum.
What they’re saying:
“The annual 6th Grade trip offers students a firsthand look at the historical sites and rooms where pivotal moments in history occurred. As the musical Hamilton goes, there's nothing quite like being in “the room where it happened.” -Andrew Schrettner, Social Studies teacher
An unexpected gift: A highlight of the journey was the visit to the National Constitution Center, where students explored exhibits dedicated to the United States Constitution. This experience not only connects students with the decisions made in the 18th century but also illustrates their impact on our lives today. The visit serves as an excellent introduction for the civics education that students will receive in 7th grade.
Big impact: This trip truly celebrates the 6th graders and their hard work as the end of the year approaches, marking a memorable culmination of their studies.